The dunedin railway station is one of the citys most prominent architectural landmarks, taking pride of place in the central city. Dunedin railway station is a mustsee when touring around the southern citys historic downtown area. In that year the government line to clutha was opened and a combined station was built close to rattray st, thus making the first station redundant. The taieri gorge railway, dunedin see the south island nz. Departing from the historic dunedin railway station, the taieri gorge railway takes passengers on a picturesque journey through the central otago hinterland. A highlight of your visit to dunedin is a trip on the taieri gorge railway one of the worlds great train trips and one of dunedin s top attractions.
The dunedin railway station incorporates a wide range of architectural designs, and is a magnificent building to behold. Savour those coastal and inland sights only afforded to those travelling by rail. Early plans were for a grand main station on cumberland street, but these did not get further than the laying of a foundation, 1 and a simple. The interactive displays, replica models and activities for children, bring local. Book your tickets online for dunedin railway station, dunedin. Dunedins ornate railway station is considered one of the worlds great railway stations. The taieri gorge railway, dunedin see the south island. Dunedin railway station all you need to know before you. In 1861 the discovery of gold at gabriels gully, to the southwest, led to a rapid influx of people and saw dunedin become new zealands first city by growth of population in 1865. Savour those coastal and inland sights only made possible by your railroad vantage point. Dunedin s fourth railway station, it was designed in the fashionable, desirable and highly expensive edwardian baroque style. Fitted out in the lavish style of the times, the booking hall alone features a mosaic. Otago rail trail heritage assessment department of conservation.
Dunedin railway station new zealand was opened in 1906 and is an heritage icon in dunedin city, new zealand. Dunedin railway station nzhistory, new zealand history. Media in category dunedin railway station the following 124 files are in this category, out of 124 total. A competition was held for the design of the new dunedin railway station, which was won by george alexander troup 18631941. Dunedin railway station ministry for culture and heritage. Travel across the taieri plains and into the deep and narrow taieri gorge.
Station railway all goods passenger abbots creek dunedin invercargill opened 2271912 closed 161914 temporary tablet station during duplication of the dunedin mosgiel line passenger trains do not stop abbott castlecliff railway coy opened before 1907 before 1907 closed 41932 41932. Mar 06, 2020 baroque edwardian architecture at its finest. Dunedin railway station 2020 all you need to know before. Dunedin railway station is dunedins most celebrated building, and is. The taieri gorge is one of the worlds great train trips, taking. A visit to dunedin is not complete without a trip on the taieri gorge railway one of new zealands great train trips.
Opened in 1906, the oncebusy dunedin railway station still services the taieri gorge railway, a scenic journey that extends into the central otago countryside. Marvel at the size, architecture and rich embellishments of dunedin railway station its the grandest gingerbread house youll ever see. Dunedin railway station travel guidebook must visit attractions in. Marvel at the variety in landscapes as the train negotiates this narrow and exhilarating river gorge. Unlike the english settlement of the rest of new zealand, dunedin was founded by the scottish free church in 1848. Dunedin railway station 1906 rail nears its zenith gingerbread george troups magnificent flemish baroqueinspired railway station does not yet. England, and like the nine and threequarters platform in harry potters novel. The new arrivals included many irish, but also italians, lebanese. The station was one of the busiest stations in new zealand. But he is on sounder ground when he writes that one of.
But he is on sounder ground when he writes that one of the worlds great railway stations still makes a. Completed in 1906, this classic example of baroque edwardian architecture is stunning. Dunedin railway station, dunedin 2020 images, timings. In 1852, dunedin became the capital of the otago province, the whole of new zealand from the waitaki south. Steam train sound effects steam engine noise sfx approaching and stopping at train stations duration. Made a quick visit here, its a grand old building makes for great photos we arrived during spring so plenty of sun and garden was in full blossom, the sports hall of. The railway is a councilcontrolled trading organisation 1 formerly known as a local authority trading enterprise owned jointly by the dunedin city council and the. Dunedin railways formerly the taieri gorge railway is an operator of a railway line and tourist trains based at dunedin railway station in the south island of new zealand. Sep 06, 2016 steam train sound effects steam engine noise sfx approaching and stopping at train stations duration. Dunedin railways taieri gorge railway and the seasider. Dunedin railway station the taieri gorge railway journey starts at the dunedin railway station, one of the nicest old buildings in dunedin and new zealand. Jonathan amazing that the workers managed to build the railway in such challenging conditions.
There is a turret on one end of the building and a clock tower on the other. While the city was originally to have been called new edinburgh, dunedin is derived from the old gaelic name for the same city. Dunedins buildings reflect its long history and rich, cultural heritage. Best trip ever amazing that the workers managed to build the railway in such challenging conditions. Built in dunedin in 1906 when the city was new zealands leading commercial centre, this magnificent railway station remains, fully restored to its former. The other question is why is the railway station described as a. The christchurchdunedin overnight express, headed by a jaclass locomotive, ran the last scheduled steamhauled service on new zealand railways nzr, bringing to an end 108 years of regular steam rail operations in this country.
This is a place of dunedins history a short walk from the centre of the city. Dunedin station rail heritage trust of new zealand. It has been there for over a century now established in the year 1906 and is owned by the dunedin city council. The garden in front very good for photos too,inside is the booking office for different trips. Rail heritage trust of new zealand dunedin station. The dunedin railway station, built in the edwardian baroque style, is dunedin s most famous monument to its golden days, and new zealands most photographed building. Dunedins fourth railway station, it was designed in the fashionable, desirable and highly expensive edwardian baroque style. The dunedin railway station is both of those, and with the onsite sports museum, an art gallery and plenty of nooks to explore, we would recommend at least a short passing through. The railway is a councilcontrolled trading organisation formerly known as a local authority trading enterprise owned jointly by the dunedin city council and the otago excursion train trust.
Dunedin railway station, home of taieri gorge railway, is regarded as new zealands most photographed building. The dunedin railway station, built in the edwardian baroque style, is dunedins most famous monument to its golden days, and new zealands most photographed building. Today the golden age of rail is long over, and now theres a restaurant on the ground floor, while the upper floor houses the new zealand sports hall of fame and the otago art society. Dunedin railway station 1906 is the most photographed building. The 10 closest hotels to dunedin railway station tripadvisor. Dunedin s first railway station was built for a short private railway between the city and port chalmers, sometime after 1870. Theres no longer as much train usage as there was when this station was built, however it still holds an office for dunedin. The foyer and booking halls elaborate ornamentation is bathed in a soft golden light. Find parking charges, opening hours and a parking map of railway station north anzac ave as well as other car parks, street parking, parking meters and private garages for rent in dunedin. A man tries his best to get hit by a train csx switching lehigh cement in richmond, va duration. Dating back to 1906, this magnificent flemish renaissancestyle edifice features white oamaru limestone facings on black basalt rock, giving it a dramatic air and its characteristic gingerbread house appearance. Dunedin railway station all you need to know before you go. Early plans were for a grand main station on cumberland street, but these did not get further than the laying of a foundation, and a simple temporary weatherboard station was.
The press collection, alexander turnbull library, 11008316g i was recently asked to provide some background knowledge for a japanese film production company that was intending to feature dunedins railway station in a television series called giants of beauty title loosely translated by the. Grandly situated in the anzac square of dunedin city, new zealand, the dunedin railway station stands tall and loud oozing rich history and an unprecedented architectural finesse. Dunedin railway station nzhistory, new zealand history online. The size, architecture and rich embellishments of dunedin railway station earned it fame as a gingerbread house. Dunedin railways taieri gorge railway, dunedin, new zealand. The worst railway disaster in new zealands history occurred on christmas eve 1953, when the wellington. Dunedin railway station attraction travel guidebook, dunedin mustvisit attractions.
Departing daily from downtown dunedin into the taieri gorge, this trip travels through some of new zealands most beautiful scenery which can not seen from the road. The first dunedin railway station was built in 1872 near the intersection of high and rattray streets and had been replaced twice, each time on a different site. It was the citys largest public building of its time and is memorable for its ornate jumble of styles, variously described as flemish baroqueinspired, gothic, edwardian and victorian. The line is a wonderful and unique piece of nz history and a fantastic way to spend an afternoon. This book covers the history of passenger train services in new zealand from 1870 to 1970. Even though the station facilities have a long history, the train has gradually. This impressive piece of history, completed in 1906, is also home to a weekly farmers market and is the startpoint for several scenic train rides. Stunning scenery, beautiful 1930s carriage and daves inspired commentary the chat about arthurs knob was hilarious. Dunedin railway station nz the railway station in dunedin. Feb 06, 2017 a man tries his best to get hit by a train csx switching lehigh cement in richmond, va duration. It is beautifully designed, with bluestone walls, granite columns, and limestone detailing.
We offer full commentary, sightseeing stops, friendly staff and a licensed snack. As of 1 december 2017 taieri gorge railway limited will be known as dunedin railways limited. If you are booked on our regular seasider you will need to get to the railway station in dunedin which is 20 minutes drive away. Departing from dunedin railway station you will travel in style and comfort. Hotels near dunedin railway station, dunedin on tripadvisor. The dunedin railway station dates from the early years of the 20th century. Unusually though, architect george troup uses an experimental collaboration of classical and neogothic imagery, which creates a grand and classically regimented structure, with an assorted and asymmetric countenance. Dunedin railway station 2020 all you need to know before you. Bring a packed lunch or enjoy a lunchtime stop at the railway cafe in timaru. The train departs daily from downtown dunedin into the rugged and spectacular taieri gorge. Trains are rare these days, but the one regular passenger train using it is an awardwinner, the taieri. Dunedin railway station nz the railway station in dunedin new. Dunedins first railway station was built for a short private railway between the city and port chalmers, sometime after 1870.
Step inside and admire the magnificent tiled booking office. Departing from dunedin railway station you will see brilliant views as you travel up the east coast of the south island to reach ashburton on your first day. Friday fotos dunedin railway station terry ambrose. Dunedin was linked to christchurch by rail in 1878, with a link south to invercargill completed the following year, and the first railway workshops were opened at hillside in south dunedin in 1875. The main dunedin railway station is a sight to behold and this morning excursion into the taieri gorge was magnificent.
A highlight of your visit to dunedin is a trip on the taieri gorge railway one of the worlds great train trips and one of dunedins top attractions. It was built in the early 1900s and parts of it kind of look like a castle. History dunedin railway station, dunedin traveller. Dunedins first railway station was built for a short private railway. Dunedin railway station 2020 what to know before you go. You can book a return shuttle to the station along with a choice of either a city sights tour city hopper, stunning larnach castle or the stately historical home of olveston. It was also used for novel weekend commuting on the former mosgieldunedin surburban line. The taieri gorge railway is a world famous train journey into the spectacular central otago hinterland and up the rugged otago coast north of dunedin.
The toitu otago settlers museum has created a wonderful immersive experience that shares the story of dunedins past, from the early maori inhabitants and european settlers, through to more modern history complete with trolleybuses, vintage cars and retro homewares. Dunedin was a prosperous town and was dternmined to show it. The dunedin railway station is considered to be one of new zealands finest historic buildings. The booking hall is lined with coloured tiles, and decorated with royal doulton. Panoramic windows will afford you magnificent views as you travel up the east coast of the south island to reach christchurch on your first day.
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